Construction Manager

Overview

Oversee field construction managers for electric substations and transmission projects.

Key Responsibilities

• construction scheduling
• field inspection
• contract management
• budget tracking
• safety compliance
• risk mitigation

Tasks

-Adhere to company policies, programs, and procedures as well as Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), New England Independent System Operator -Participate in the transmission facilities construction projects negotiations and joint planning efforts with other utilities. -Identify construction risk during the planning, execution and construction phases and prepare risk mitigation plans. -Manage activities related to coordination of field inspection and sign offs for construction projects. -Coordinate the transmission substations and lines construction schedules with the other functional areas within the company. -Help lead and collaborate the activities to address or remedy substation and lines transmission system emergencies as necessary. -Ensure all field construction managers are managing the project and construction resources within the schedule and budget. -Ensure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction materials and material handling plans are established and managed. -Develop, review, and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting the project execution and functional area operations and make appropriate recommendations. -Research recommend and implement changes as necessary to be aligned with Standards and Business Area goals and objectives. -Ensure that construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, and testing and acceptance activities. -Collaborate with other business organizations, contractors, and subject matter experts to resolve disputes and prioritize business requirements. -Participate in the ongoing budget process to provide items, manpower, and control of the construction budget. -Safety: Maintain safety awareness and ensure contractors comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures to assure a safe working environment at the construction site. Properly wear and care for applicable safety gear and equipment. Identify and communicate unsafe conditions to Contractors, Project Manager and assure safety concerns and issues are resolved. -Determine contract resource requirements, service specifications and manage contractor performance. -Provide constructability feedback on electrical, mechanical, protection and civil construction standards. -Monitor and evaluate activities of outsourced Construction companies to ensure adherence to safety, quality, schedules and budgets, cost effectiveness and control, and results. -Responsible for management and performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction of electric substations, transmission lines, generation upgrades and other projects. -Collaborate with management staff to resolve problems and coordinate activities with the field construction managers.

Requirements

• microsoft project
• 10+ years
• supervisory
• driver’s license
• substations
• bachelor’s

What You Bring

-Microsoft Word and Microsoft Project or Equivalent -A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive related electric utility industry experience, with functional area related construction management experience preferred. -Must be willing to travel to construction sites on a day-to-day basis, attend meetings. -Experience in the functional area under which it will be contracted: Substations, T&D, Gas-Hydro, and OSG. -Must have a valid Driver’s License -Five (5) years' experience in a supervisory capacity preferred -Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 7 years relevant experience required.

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Benefits

-Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP). -Flexible work environment and opportunities for advancement. -Exposure to industry-leading clients and partners. -Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

About Ptag

-Founded with a vision to deliver innovative and impactful solutions for complex infrastructure projects. -Focused on providing tailored project management and engineering expertise across key industries. -Specializes in the energy, water resources, industrial, transport, and utilities sectors. -Has successfully completed a wide range of projects from renewable energy developments to critical infrastructure upgrades. -Known for its ability to manage large-scale projects with a focus on efficiency, quality, and safety. -Stands out with its multidisciplinary approach, bringing together expertise in both engineering and project management.

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